Senior Financial Accountant

Lonza Biologics Porriño SLU; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global life sciences leader in Manchester is seeking a Senior Fixed Asset Accountant to manage fixed asset records and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should possess a part qualification in ACCA/CIMA, in-depth knowledge of IFRS, and proficiency in SAP. This role involves collaborating with global teams and participating in process improvements, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work improving lives worldwide.

Qualifications

• Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS, IFRS16 knowledge is desirable
• Knowledge of Assets Management - SAP Module
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to collaborate with various levels of management.
• Understanding of work stream connection of Fixed Assets activities to other functions
• Strong deductive and analytical skills
• Hands on knowledge of SAP ERP

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset subledger, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, disposals and transfers.
• Ensure timely and accurate execution of month-end close activities, including preparation of fixed asset roll-forwards.
• Apply IFRS16 accounting standards to lease related assets.
• Collaborate with global CAPEX team in tracking key project achievements.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to inquiries.
• Assist in the implementation and continuous improvement of fixed assets accounting processes.
• Participate in global process improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to team members and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Job description

Overview

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of.

Role Purpose

The Senior Fixed Asset Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate records of fixed assets transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, including IFRS16, and supporting timely month-end close and reporting activities across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with global customers.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain and reconciled the fixed asset subledger, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, disposals and transfers in accordance with IFRS and company policies
• Ensure timely and accurate execution of month-end close activities, including preparation of fixed asset roll-forwards, reconciliations and variance analysis
• Apply IFRS16 accounting standards to lease related assets, including right of use asset recognition, amortization and remeasurement
• Collaborate with global CAPEX team in tracking key project achievements to ensure timely placing of assets into service.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation and responding to audit inquiries
• Assist in the implementation and continuous improvement of fixed assets accounting processes and internal controls
• Participate in global process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy and compliance in fixed asset accounting
• Provide guidance and support to team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team

Key requirements

• Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS, IFRS16 knowledge is desirable
• Knowledge of Assets Management - SAP Module
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to collaborate with various levels of management.
• Understanding of work stream connection of Fixed Assets activities to other functions
• Strong deductive and analytical skills
• Hands on knowledge of SAP ERP

Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.